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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, Rabadash the Ridiculous.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a scimitar?
(a) A special kind of saddle
(b) A rank in the Calormene army
(c) A short, curved sword
(d) A head covering

2. What didn't Shasta learn about riding from Bree
(a) How to grip with his knees
(b) How to use the reins
(c) How to mount a horse
(d) How to trot, canter, and gallop

3. How does the Tisroc react to this plan by Prince Rabadash?
(a) He gives his consent, as long as his involvement is not known.
(b) He gives his consent unconditionally, adding 100 more troops.
(c) He suggests that the prince invade Narnian by sea rather than by land.
(d) He forbids the prince from acting and orders him to the South.

4. What is Bree's assessment of Shasta as a rider?
(a) He says Shasta is a natural horseman.
(b) He compares Shasta to a potato sack.
(c) He asks Shasta to stop gripping so hard with his knees.
(d) He says Shasta is almost as good as the Tarkaan.

5. What does Lord Darrin compliment Shasta on?
(a) His stamina and speed in running
(b) His bravery for warning them
(c) His ability to ride a horse
(d) His fine and noble contenance

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is riding the other horse?

2. What plan does Shasta finally come up with?

3. Why didn't Bree want to talk about the Calormen wars?

4. Before traveling into Narnia, Bree and Hwin decide to

5. Why couldn't Shasta walk across the desert?

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